36 days in United States Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

On the 26th (Tue), get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: learn about all things military at Battleship USS Iowa Museum, then examine the collection at Petersen Automotive Museum, then examine the collection at The Getty Center, and finally take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier.

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Brisbane, Australia to Los Angeles is an approximately 16-hour flight. Traveling from Brisbane to Los Angeles, you'll gain 18 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Brisbane in September: high temperatures in Los Angeles hover around 34°C and lows are around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Yellowstone National Park.

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Grand Teton. There's still lots to do: witness a stunning natural landmark at Grand Prismatic Spring, explore and take pictures at Firehole Lake Drive, explore the striking landscape at Lower Geyser Basin, and take some stellar pictures from Lookout Point.

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You can fly from Los Angeles to Yellowstone National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and car. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Los Angeles to Yellowstone National Park due to the time zone difference. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in September, with highs in Yellowstone National Park at 18°C and lows at 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can fly to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): savor the flavors at Food & Drink, then explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, and then ponder the design of Crown Fountain. On the 3rd (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll through Lakefront Trail, explore the activities along Chicago River, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Chicago Riverwalk, and finally don't miss a visit to Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.

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You can fly from Yellowstone National Park to Chicago in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, taxi, and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Yellowstone National Park to Chicago. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yellowstone National Park in October: highs in Chicago hover around 21°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Springfield.

Springfield is a city in western New England, and the seat of Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. Start off your visit on the 4th (Wed): walk around Stanley park, learn about all things military at Springfield Armory National Historic Site, then get lost in a book at Springfield Central Library, and finally explore the activities along Watershops Pond.

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Traveling by flight from Chicago to Springfield takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Chicago to Springfield is 1 hour. Traveling from Chicago in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 5°C in Springfield. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Boston.

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like North End and Waterfront. The adventure continues: explore the galleries of Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, steep yourself in history at Bunker Hill Monument, traverse land and water with a duck tour, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

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Drive from Springfield to Boston in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Springfield in October, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 11°C in Boston. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to New York City.

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Step off the beaten path and head to Food Tours and Speed Boats Tours. There's lots more to do: take in the pleasant sights at Central Park, admire the landmark architecture of Empire State Building, walk around The High Line, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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You can fly from Boston to New York City in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Boston in October, things will get somewhat warmer in New York City: highs are around 24°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Philadelphia.

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S. democracy, as it was once the meeting place for the country's Founding Fathers.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Thu): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Independence National Historical Park and then appreciate the history behind Rocky Statue. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get a sense of history and politics at Independence Hall, explore the world behind art at Philadelphia Museum of Art, then take an in-depth tour of Eastern State Penitentiary, and finally let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

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Traveling by train from New York City to Philadelphia takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in October, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Washington DC.

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

Explore hidden gems such as Korean War Veterans Memorial and National World War II Memorial. There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of National Museum of African American History and Culture, explore the historical opulence of Smithsonian Institution Building, appreciate the history behind Jefferson Memorial, and admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Art.

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You can take a train from Philadelphia to Washington DC in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Washington DC can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Miami.

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Tue): test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then browse the exhibits of Wynwood Walls, then walk around Bayfront Park, and finally get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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Traveling by flight from Washington DC to Miami takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In October, Miami is a bit warmer than Washington DC - with highs of 36°C and lows of 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

On the 18th (Wed), see the interesting displays at New Orleans Pharmacy Museum, admire the landmark architecture of St. Louis Cathedral, then sample the fine beverages at Old New Orleans Rum Distillery, then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Garden District.

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Traveling by flight from Miami to New Orleans takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Miami to New Orleans is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Miami, expect cooler days and little chillier nights in New Orleans, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to fly to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Gaylord Opryland Resort Gardens and The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe. And it doesn't end there: take a stroll through Downtown Nashville, sample the fine beverages at Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, examine the collection at RCA Studio B, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

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Getting from New Orleans to Nashville by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from New Orleans in October, you will find days in Nashville are a bit warmer (28°C), and nights are slightly colder (13°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to travel to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at South Kaibab Trail and Mather Point. The adventure continues: stroll through Rim Trail, explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, enjoy breathtaking views from Desert View Watchtower, and get great views at Powell Point.

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Getting from Nashville to Grand Canyon National Park by combination of flight and bus takes about 10.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. Traveling from Nashville to Grand Canyon National Park, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Nashville in October: highs in Grand Canyon National Park hover around 22°C, while lows dip to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

On the 25th (Wed), shop like a local with The Strip, admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

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Explore your travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas with the Route module. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, expect nights in Las Vegas to be much hotter, around 18°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.

Explore hidden gems such as Tioga Pass and Glacier Point. There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape at Half Dome, explore the striking landscape of Swinging Bridge Picnic Area Yosemite National Park CA, identify plant and animal life at Nature Center at Happy Isles, and take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park. When traveling from Las Vegas in October, plan for slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 22°C by day to -2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

On the 29th (Sun), see the interesting displays at Cable Car Museum, then head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, then make a trip to Golden Gate Bridge, and finally get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour. On the next day, buy something for everyone on your list at Ferry Building Marketplace and then explore the activities along San Francisco Bay.

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Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in October, plan for a bit warmer days in San Francisco, with highs around 26°C, while nights are warmer with lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Mon) to allow time for the flight back home.